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Meet Jeff Stone, author of Phoenix

Jeff Stone lives in the Midwest with his wife and two children and practices the martial arts daily.

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JANE WERNER WATSON (1915–2004) was the original editor of Little Golden Books, and the author of numerous Golden Books herself, many of which were illustrated by the great children's illustrators of the mid-twentieth century. Some of her bestselling titles include The Fuzzy Duckling (illustrated by Martin and Alice Provensen), Animal Friends (illustrated by Garth Williams), and My Little Golden Book About God, The Christmas Story, and Wonders of Nature (all illustrated by Eloise Wilkin)


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Animal Friends
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Garth Williams
Hardcover

A beloved 1950s Little Golden Book about animal homes, sure to delight toddlers and preschoolers.
 
In this sweet story about animal homes, a cat, a dog, a bird, a turtle, a bunny, a chick, and a squirrel all live together in a little house in the woods. They get along... Read More
 





Animal Friends
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Garth Williams
eBook

A beloved 1950s Little Golden Book about animal homes, sure to delight toddlers and preschoolers.
 
In this sweet story about animal homes, a cat, a dog, a bird, a turtle, a bunny, a chick, and a squirrel all live together in a little house in the woods. They get along... Read More
 





Walt Disney's The Lucky Puppy (Disney Classic)
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Walt Disney Studio, Allen Hubbard and Don Bestor
Hardcover

Originally published as a Little Golden Book in 1960, Walt Disney's The Lucky Puppy is back in print. This adorable story based on the characters from the beloved animated movie The Hundred and One Dalmatians is back to delight a new generation of boys and girls ages 2 to 5—as well... Read More
 





Walt Disney's The Lucky Puppy (Disney Classic)
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Walt Disney Studio, Allen Hubbard and Don Bestor
eBook

Originally published as a Little Golden Book in 1960, Walt Disney's The Lucky Puppy is back in print. This adorable story based on the characters from the beloved animated movie The Hundred and One Dalmatians is back to delight a new generation of boys and girls ages 2 to 5—as well... Read More
 





The Story of Jesus
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Jerry Smath
Hardcover

An introduction to Jesus for very young children -- a perfect gift for the holiday season!

A gentle look at Jesus's birth, childhood, teachings, crucifixion, and resurrection. Written in a simple, warm style, with colorful illustrations that will captivate and inspire.

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Wonders of Nature
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Eloise Wilkin
Hardcover

“Isn't it a wonder that out in the pond, smooth wiggly tadpoles lose their tails and grow legs, and turn into frogs? And that fuzzy caterpillars weave silken cocoons around themselves and go to sleep, then wake up as pretty moths or butterflies?”

It’s a rare nonfiction book that’s also a simple... Read More
 





My Little Golden Book About God
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Eloise Wilkin
Hardcover

Celebrate Christmas with this Little Golden Book that serves as both a gentle and comforting introduction to the concept of God. A perfect gift for the holiday season!

With poetic writing and beautiful illustrations this book shows how even the tiniest things that we might take for granted, like the... Read More
 





My Little Golden Book About God
Written by Jane Werner Watson
Illustrated by Eloise Wilkin
eBook

This poetic book illustrates how even the tiniest things that we might take for granted, like the “jewels on the insect’s back,” are part of God’s great plan. A comforting, gentle introduction to the concept of God, it is one of the most beautifully written and illustrated books on the Golden...

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